Ostankino Television Tower
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Tower in Moscow, Russia
Ostankino Tower is a television and radio tower in Moscow, Russia, owned by the Moscow branch of unitary enterprise Russian TV and Radio Broadcasting Network. Standing 540.1 metres, it was designed by Nikolai Nikitin. As of 2022, it is the tallest free-standing structure in Europe and 12th tallest in the world.
Address: Akademika Koroleva St, 15, Moscow, Russia, 127427
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM Tue
Phone: +7 495 926-61-11
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What is the meaning of Ostankino TV tower?
Ostankino Tower is a television and radio tower owned by the Moscow branch of the Russian TV and Radio Broadcasting Network. It was built to mark the 50th anniversary of the October Revolution and named after the Ostankino district of Moscow.
What is the famous tower in Russia?
Located on the eastern wall of the Kremlin, next to Moscow's Red Square, the Spasskaya Tower (Tower of the Saviour) is the tallest and most striking in the citadel. The tower has an enormous clock in charge of marking the official time of the city.
What is the big building in Moscow called?
As throughout its history, the Kremlin remains the heart of the city. It is the symbol of both Russian and (for a time) Soviet power and authority, and it has served as the official residence of the president of the Russian Federation since 1991.
Which tower is Moscow?
The Ostankino Tower, located in the north of the Moscow, was opened in 1967 to offer television and telephone services to more than 15 million people. In the upper part it has an observation deck located at 1,115 feet (340 metres) high.
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Ostankino TV tower - the highest point in Moscow. From viewing platforms open most brilliant panoramic views of the capital. From a vantage point 337 meters ...